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비누

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Meaning and Usage

"비누" means "soap" in Korean and is a common everyday noun used when talking about cleaning or washing. It refers to the solid or liquid substance used to clean skin or objects.

Common Contexts

You will often hear "비누" in contexts related to personal hygiene, such as washing hands, face, or body. It can also appear in discussions about skincare products.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 비누를 사용하다: to use soap, a very common phrase when instructing someone to wash.
  • 비누 거품: soap foam or lather, often used when describing washing techniques.
  • 비누 한 조각: a bar of soap, referring to the physical form.

Register and Politeness

"비누" is a neutral noun and can be used in both formal and informal contexts without change.

Common Learner Mistake

Learners sometimes confuse "비누" with "세제" (detergent). Remember, "비누" is mainly for personal or body cleaning, while "세제" is for laundry or dishwashing detergents.

Example Sentences

손을 깨끗이 씻으려면 비누를 사용하세요.

Soneul kkaekkeusi ssiseuryeomyeon binureul sayonghaseyo.

Use soap to wash your hands clean.

이 비누는 피부에 자극이 적어서 민감한 사람도 사용할 수 있어요.

I binuneun pibue jageugi jeogeoseo mingamhan saramdo sayonghal su isseoyo.

This soap is gentle on the skin, so even people with sensitive skin can use it.

비누를 거품 내서 얼굴을 부드럽게 씻으세요.

Binureul geopum naeseo eolgureul budeureopge ssiseuseyo.

Lather the soap and gently wash your face.